Samsung Enters Open-Ear Market With Galaxy Buds On
The open-ear audio market gets a new contender as Samsung Electronics introduces the Galaxy Buds On. This release marks a shift in the company's wearable strategy, moving away from traditional in-ear tips toward a clip-on design that leaves the ear canal open. This form factor allows you to maintain awareness of your surroundings while listening to digital audio during outdoor activities.
Clip-On Design and TwinBoost Audio
Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy Buds On are its first headphones to utilize an open-ear architecture. To address the audio challenges typically associated with open designs, the manufacturer included TwinBoost speakers. According to Samsung, these components are engineered to provide enhanced bass To prevent nearby people from hearing your music, the device uses Audio Leakage Reduction technology to contain sound.
The technical specifications for the Galaxy Buds On include:
- TwinBoost speakers for increased low-frequency response.
- Three microphones paired with a bone conduction-based voice pickup unit (VPU) sensor.
- Head gesture controls for hands-free call management.
- Intelligent Clear Call system using machine learning to filter background noise.
- Voice-activated commands for track navigation and volume adjustments.
Integration With Galaxy AI Features
Spec-wise, the integration with Galaxy AI smartphones expands the utility of the hardware beyond simple playback. You can access Gemini Live for voice-controlled route planning or information retrieval. A specific Quick Voice Memo tool allows you to record tasks by pressing the back of the earbud; you can later ask Bixby to provide the details of those recordings. For physical interaction, the earbuds recognize nodding to answer calls or shaking the head to reject them.
Samsung Electronics o‘zining birinchi ochiq quloqli quloqchinlari Galaxy Buds On’ni ishga tushirdi.
— Samsung Newsroom
Practical Use and Voice Isolation
The detail that matters for commuters is the Intelligent Clear Call system. Samsung lists the combination of three microphones and a VPU sensor as the primary method for isolating a user's voice from environmental sounds. This setup aims to ensure clarity during conversations in high-traffic areas. Whether the clip-on design
Uchta mikrofon, suyak o‘tkazuvchanligiga asoslangan ovozni qabul qilish bloki sensori va mashinali o‘rganishga asoslangan yechim foydalanuvchi ovozini izolyatsiya qilish va fon shovqinini kamaytirish uchun birgalikda ishlaydi.
— Samsung Newsroom
Availability and Market Position
For users already within the Samsung ecosystem, the Galaxy Buds On offer a specialized alternative to the standard Galaxy Buds Pro or Buds FE. The inclusion of hands-free voice commands like "Next track" and "Volume up" targets users who require constant interaction without touching the device. Whether the TwinBoost technology can truly match the depth of traditional earbuds in an open format will be the primary question for potential buyers.